Support for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people
Support groups
Open Doors Youth Service
The Open Doors Youth Service offers support for young people who:
- identify themselves as LGBTI
- have a diverse gender and/or sexuality
- are exploring their sexuality and/or gender identity.
LGBTI Legal Service
The LGBTI Legal Service is a community-based service providing free legal advice even if the matter is not related to your sexuality or gender identity. You may feel more comfortable dealing with a lawyer who has a specific interest and understanding of LGBTI issues. They help with:
- domestic violence
- discrimination and victim support
- employment and civil matters
- surrogacy and parenting rights.
Sexual Healthline
Call the Sexual Healthline on (07) 3176 5881 for confidential advice about sexuality issues, including infections and contraception.
Domestic violence or abuse
Domestic violence is when a partner in a relationship tries to dominate or control the other partner, causing fear or harm. This may be psychological or physical abuse.
The Queensland Police Service:
- offer support and advice to young people where there may be domestic violence or abusive situations
- have liaison officers to help the LGBTI community who may be experiencing, or committing any form of abuse or domestic violence.
Helpful resources
- Gay Line and Lesbian Line — phone 1800 184 527 (7pm–10pm, 7 days a week)
- dvconnect mensline — phone 1800 600 636 (9am–midnight, 7 days a week)
- dvconnect womensline — phone 1800 811 811 (24 hours, 7 days a week)
- Queensland Association for Healthy Communities
- National LGBTI Health Alliance
- LGBTI fact sheets
